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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Cairns from $485

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Singapore Airlines Logo
00:35 - 17:00
PVG
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CNS
14h 25m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 22:45
CNS
-
PVG
30h 30m
1 stop
$1,258Singapore Airlines
Sun, 30 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 05:30
SHA
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CNS
34h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 08:50
CNS
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SHA
28h 05m
2 stops
$1,290Multiple Airlines
Tue, 26 May - Tue, 2 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 05:30
SHA
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CNS
34h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 22:40
CNS
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SHA
17h 55m
2 stops
$1,306Multiple Airlines
Tue, 26 May - Tue, 2 Jun
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:35 - 17:00
PVG
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CNS
14h 25m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 22:45
CNS
-
PVG
30h 30m
1 stop
$1,369Singapore Airlines
Sun, 30 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:35 - 17:00
PVG
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CNS
14h 25m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 22:45
CNS
-
PVG
30h 30m
1 stop
$1,371Singapore Airlines
Sun, 30 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 15:00
SHA
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CNS
20h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 11:20
CNS
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SHA
31h 20m
2 stops
$1,432Multiple Airlines
Mon, 25 May - Mon, 1 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 16:55
SHA
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CNS
22h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 11:20
CNS
-
SHA
31h 20m
2 stops
$1,442Multiple Airlines
Mon, 25 May - Mon, 1 Jun
Cathay Pacific Logo
07:20 - 16:15
PVG
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CNS
30h 55m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:55 - 20:15
CNS
-
PVG
33h 20m
2 stops
$1,947Cathay Pacific
Sun, 7 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:20 - 11:50
PVG
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CNS
20h 30m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:55 - 23:55
CNS
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PVG
37h 00m
2 stops
$1,950Cathay Pacific
Sun, 7 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:20 - 11:50
SHA
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CNS
20h 30m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
17:00 - 12:05
CNS
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SHA
21h 05m
2 stops
$2,057Cathay Pacific
Mon, 31 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

Singapore Airlines flights from Shanghai to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Shanghai to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
30 Aug
PVG00:35Shanghai Pu Dong
14h 25m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
4 Sept
CNS18:15Cairns
30h 30m
1 stop
PVG22:45Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,258
Singapore Airlines
30 Aug
PVG00:35Shanghai Pu Dong
14h 25m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
4 Sept
CNS18:15Cairns
30h 30m
1 stop
PVG22:45Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,369
Singapore Airlines
30 Aug
PVG00:35Shanghai Pu Dong
14h 25m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
4 Sept
CNS18:15Cairns
30h 30m
1 stop
PVG22:45Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,371

Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai to Cairns

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Shanghai to Cairns flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
7 June
PVG07:20Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 55m
2 stops
CNS16:15Cairns
11 June
CNS12:55Cairns
33h 20m
2 stops
PVG20:15Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,947
Cathay Pacific
7 June
PVG13:20Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 30m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
11 June
CNS12:55Cairns
37h 00m
2 stops
PVG23:55Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,950
Cathay Pacific
31 Aug
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 30m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
4 Sept
CNS17:00Cairns
21h 05m
2 stops
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$2,056

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2026.
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ShanghaiCairns

PVG - CNS

PVGCNS

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/8

00:35-17:00

1 stop14h 25m

Cairns

Fri 4/9

18:15-22:45

1 stop30h 30m

$1,258

ShanghaiCairns

SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 26/5

16:50-05:30

2 stops34h 40m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

06:45-08:50

2 stops28h 05m

$1,290

ShanghaiCairns

SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 26/5

16:50-05:30

2 stops34h 40m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

06:45-22:40

2 stops17h 55m

$1,306

ShanghaiCairns

PVG - CNS

PVGCNS

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/8

00:35-17:00

1 stop14h 25m

Cairns

Fri 4/9

18:15-22:45

1 stop30h 30m

$1,369

ShanghaiCairns

PVG - CNS

PVGCNS

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/8

00:35-17:00

1 stop14h 25m

Cairns

Fri 4/9

18:15-22:45

1 stop30h 30m

$1,371

ShanghaiCairns

SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 25/5

16:50-15:00

2 stops20h 10m

Cairns

Mon 1/6

06:00-11:20

2 stops31h 20m

$1,432

ShanghaiCairns

SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 25/5

16:50-16:55

2 stops22h 05m

Cairns

Mon 1/6

06:00-11:20

2 stops31h 20m

$1,442

ShanghaiCairns

PVG - CNS

PVGCNS

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/6

07:20-16:15

2 stops30h 55m

Cairns

Thu 11/6

12:55-20:15

2 stops33h 20m

$1,947

ShanghaiCairns

PVG - CNS

PVGCNS

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/6

13:20-11:50

2 stops20h 30m

Cairns

Thu 11/6

12:55-23:55

2 stops37h 00m

$1,950
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiCairns

SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 31/8

13:20-11:50

2 stops20h 30m

Cairns

Fri 4/9

17:00-12:05

2 stops21h 05m

$2,056

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Cairns

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

How often are flights from Shanghai to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 11% of flights between Shanghai and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 122 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shanghai to Cairns flights?

According to our data, Shanghai Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 4% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Cheap Shanghai to Cairns flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Shanghai to Cairns

Fastest flight time

22h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Shanghai to Cairns takes 22h 10m
There are no direct flights from Shanghai to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Shanghai to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Cairns

  • How far is Shanghai to Cairns by plane?

    Shanghai and Cairns are 5943.2 km apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 22h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Shanghai to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Cairns Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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